Field Representative I

Field Representative I
About us

The State Employees' Union, SEIU Local 1984 represents more than 10,000 members, primarily in public service and publicly funded positions in state and municipal public services in New Hampshire. We are dedicated to improving the lives of workers and communities, advocate for working families in New Hampshire.

General Statement of Duties

Performs professional duties with regard to all facets of labor relations in the public and private sector. Responsible for taking initiative in developing own schedule and modifications of same as need arises. Assists, teaches, and advises stewards and other members in trainings. Works to build the union and increase membership and membership participation. Assists in organizing campaigns. Performs basic representational duties for members and the SEA including grievances, appeals, collective bargaining, LMC’s and safety committees. Assists other SEA staff with unfair labor practices, arbitrations, and appeals to administrative boards.

Supervision

Works under the Field Operations Administrator. Takes direction from Field Representative III, Executive Branch Negotiator and/or Legal department staff as may be applicable.

Examples of Duties

Performs basic organizing and representational responsibilities including:

· Grievances

· Appeals

· New employee orientations

· Develops member leaders and works to increase member engagement

· Assisting in chapter elections, chapter meetings, LMCs, and safety committees.

· May be asked to assist in outside organizing campaigns or raid prevention.

· Assists legal counsel, exec. branch negotiator, and/or field representative III with arbitrations, PAB appeals, and/or mediation and fact finding occurring in employee’s unit(s).

Will be assigned a mentor to learn about unfair labor practices, impasse proceedings, arbitrations, PAB hearings, external; internal organizing campaign strategies and techniques, and relevant political process and functions.

Assists a Field Representative II or III, Executive Branch Negotiator and/or legal staff in the collective bargaining process.

Interprets laws and contract language for members.

Participates in the training of bargaining teams and their members, as well as other trainings such as member leader and steward training.

Makes contact with various state, municipal and county government bodies and agents.

Attends chapter and committee meetings as assigned.

Assists the Communications Department regarding articles for organization publications or media inquiries.

Works to strengthen the union, including membership recruitment, and helps to further the legislative or political objectives of the union.

Other duties as assigned.

Desired Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Labor Employment Relations or related field and/or prior professional experience in labor and/or personnel relations. Must have strong communication and analytical skills.

JD Preferred, law enforcement or legal background desirable.

Ability to lead, and motivate and inspire workers.

Knowledge of organizing data base management tools such as VAN or other similar applications.

Knowledge of issues of workers and workplace, labor and political issues.

Willingness to work irregular and long hours and attend required evening and weekend meetings.

Requires an insured, registered vehicle and a valid driver's license

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,323.71 - $88,448.53 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,324 - $88,449